US horse race wagering hit $1.40 billion in May, as monthly handle climbed above $1 billion for the first time in 2024.
According to the latest data from Equibase, racing handle in May increased by 1 per cent year-on-year, even though the number of race days fell by 3 per cent to 359.
The number of races run was 2 per cent lower at 2,958, with available prize money increasing by 3 per cent to $124.7 million.
Equibase [...]